What To Do If Your Apartment Floods

12/10/2024 (Permalink)

If you experience a flood in your apartment, SERVPRO® of Oyster Bay is available with 24/7 emergency response

Apartment flooding can be a serious issue for both property managers and tenants and can be a frequent issue for anyone who lives on the ground floor or in basement units. Storms can often cause water to flood and pool up inside the lower floors of a property, and if there are issues with the ways windows are installed, heavy rain and wind can lead to flooding in upper units. Of course, outside of weather conditions, any plumbing issues can lead to flooding virtually anywhere inside of a building. Knowing what to do when your apartment is flooding is extremely important to keep your property safe. 

When Is Flooding An Emergency?

First off, the safety of people living in your apartment is more important than any of your possessions or property. If there are emergency warnings from your local government, you need to pay attention to them, especially in regard to flash floods and evacuation orders. In many cases though, flooding is a gradual problem that can be prepared for and handled in real-time. 

How To Prepare For A Potential Flood

If you are aware of a major storm that could cause flooding in your area you should prepare your apartment. You should avoid having any upholstered furniture touch the floor. If possible try to raise furniture and any electronics off the ground and put them up higher to avoid them getting wet. Additionally, keep things away from walls and especially windows. Make sure you have towels ready and that your windows are shut tight. 

Contact Your Property Manager

If you notice that water is coming into your apartment unit either because of a storm or a plumbing issue, contact your supervisor or property manager immediately. They can get in contact with any contractors or other professionals who can help mitigate damage. If you haven’t already, consider moving electronics and upholstered furniture away from walls and away from the floor. Place towels near the pooling water and buckets under leaks to stop water from spreading. 

Quick Responses Are Key, Call SERVPRO of Oyster Bay

Water damage cleanup businesses understand the importance of a quick response. Drying and disinfecting the area can prevent your floors, carpets, and other furniture from getting water-logged which can cause permanent damage or lead to mold growth in your apartment. For water damage restoration call SERVPRO of Oyster Bay. For more information, visit our website.